VDict - Definition of take hold

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take hold

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Verb

have or hold in one's hands or grip
- Hold this bowl for a moment, please
- A crazy idea took hold of him

assume control

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Synonyms:
hold take charge take control
Antonyms:
let go of let go release relinquish

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